Teacher of English

We are looking for an outstanding Teacher to join the English Department at Wyvern St Edmund's Academy. The English department is a committed team of passionate, experienced teachers with high expectations of ourselves and our classes. We aim to empower students with a mastery of language and to enrich them through the study of Literature, accessing a wide and varied curriculum in Key Stages 3 and 4. We believe that a students’ success in English is key to their future; we deliver a challenging curriculum which blends an appreciation of the literary canon with opportunities to explore contemporary issues. We empower students to develop their vocabulary and oracy skills so that they can comprehend and express complex ideas; students are encouraged to have a growth mindset so that they see mistakes as part of the learning process. The department is driven to support students to achieve results that will make a real difference in their lives; strong, positive working relationships with students are central to enabling them to achieveto their full potential. We currently have eleven teachers within the English Department. If you want to take up this exciting opportunity to work in a enthusiastic team, in a school with fantastic staff and wonderful students, then this vacancy is one you should definitely apply for! Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early so candidates are encouraged to submit applications prior to the closing date. Staff wellbeing is at the heart of our vision and all staff, as our most important resource, are to be valued, supported and encouraged to develop personally and professionally within a vibrant, empathetic and caring community Why WSE? Our students! Our friendly, often funny, students embrace challenges and are why we come to work each day A knowledge-rich curriculum built on ‘powerful knowledge’ Our strong behaviour policy and support systems allow disruption free teaching Personalised continuous professional development for all staff at all levels with excellent ongoing CPD, career development and promotion opportunities No formal graded lesson observations - just ongoing supportive feedback Highly visible and supportive senior leaders Free onsite parking We work as part of a supportive Multi-Academy Trust with three secondary schools, six primary schools and a sixth form college, benefiting from all the networking opportunities this offers